Photography 101

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8/19/2016

Today's cameras put an amazing amount of power in your hands, but all those buttons, dials, and settings can be pretty intimidating. In Photography 101, photographer Joseph ["PhotoJoseph"] Linaschke helps you understand what's going on inside your camera, explaining photography fundamentals like what aperture is and how shutter speed works. Learn basics such as how to hold the camera, what various modes mean and when to use them, and even how and when to use the camera's flash. There's also creative instruction to guide you toward becoming a better photographer. As you become more comfortable with your gear, you'll find that many creative possibilities open up for you and the quality of your photography improves.

Topics include:

Adjusting aperture, shutter speed, and ISO

Controlling autofocus

Using buttons to change focus, metering, and shooting modes

Carrying a camera like a pro

Stabilizing the camera

Working with flash

Thinking creatively and changing your point of view

Buying new gear

Skill Level Beginner

2h 10m

Duration

1,061,563

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(upbeat music)- Hi everyone, I'm Joseph Linaschke.Also known as Photo Joseph, coming to youfrom beautiful scenic Mendocino County Californiawhere we've chosen to bring you this course,Photography 101.I'm here to educate on the absolutebasics of photography and to answerfundamental questions like, what is shutter speed,or how does an aperture work, and why should I care?In these lessons we'll explore variouscamera shooting modes and compare camerasettings, and then apply them to real world scenarios.

We'll talk about lighting, stabilization,and even how to hold and carry your camera.We'll discuss the differences between mirroredand mirror less digital cameras.Compare electronic to mechanical shuttersand even touch on capabilities like time lapseand panoramic photography.We'll also review some importantconceptual approaches to improving your photography.Namely, understanding the ideas of perspective,angle and detail.By the end of this course you'll havethe knowledge you need to take the nextsteps toward refining your image making skills.Welcome to Photography 101.